Awareness(2024)Illusions Unleashed: The Perceiver’s Dilemma
Plot Summary
Awareness is a 2023 Spanish-American science-fiction action thriller film based on the character of The Mule from Isaac Asimov’s Foundation books. Directed by Daniel Benmayor, the film follows the story of Ian, a rebel who lives on the fringes of society with his father. They survive by running small scams, thanks to Ian’s extraordinary ability to project visual illusions into the minds of others.
However, when Ian loses control over his powers in public, a mysterious secret agency begins pursuing him. During his escape, Ian discovers that he is not the only one with this unique ability. His entire life turns out to be a lie as he unravels the truth behind his powers and existence.
Cast
- Carlos Scholz as Ian
- Pedro Alonso as Vicente
- María Pedraza as Esther
- Lela Loren as Adriana
- Óscar Jaenada as Perceptor
Production Details
The screenplay was written by Daniel Benmayor, along with Iván Ledesma and Manuel Burque. The film is a Spanish-US co-production by Federation Spain, Amazon Studios, and Dbenma Content. Filming locations included Catalonia, Madrid, and Castile and León. The score was composed by Roque Baños.
Release
- Málaga Film Festival: Awareness premiered at the 26th Málaga Film Festival on March 16, 2023, screened within the non-competitive ‘Málaga Premiere’ film slate.
- Amazon Prime Video: The film was released on October 11, 2023.
Reception
According to Rotten Tomatoes, Awareness has a 13% approval rating based on 8 reviews from critics, with an average rating of 4.80/10.
For those intrigued by illusions and hidden truths, Awareness offers a thrilling cinematic experience that delves into the mysteries of perception and reality.
